The Sphere Project

The Sphere Project was launched in 1997 by a group of humanitarian NGOs and the Red Cross and Red Crescent movement. 

It is based on two core beliefs: firstly, that all possible steps should be taken to alleviate human suffering arising out of calamity and conflict; and secondly, that those affected by disaster have a right to life with dignity and therefore a right to assistance.

Sphere is three things: a handbook, a broad process of collaboration and an expression of commitment to quality and accountability.

• For information see Sphere Project

• For information on CIDs interest and role, especially as Sphere relates to the Pacific, please contact Justin Kemp